Quinoa and Oats Cherry Crisp

This gluten-free quinoa and oat flakes topping is perfect on any kind of fruit crisp. Cornflakes can substitute for quinoa flakes and make the topping extra crispy.

By Rosemary Mark

Yield:
6 Servings
Cuisine:
American
Course:
Dessert

Ingredients

2 pounds fresh or frozen pitted cherries, about 6 cups
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2/3 cup oats,, regular or quick-cooking
1/2 cup quinoa flakes, or 2 cups cornflakes crushed lightly to 1 cup
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup butter,, melted
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 °F. Partially thaw cherries if frozen. Cut large cherries into halves or quarters.
Combine cherries, sugar and lemon juice in a bowl. Stir to mix well.
In another bowl, mix oats, quinoa or cornflakes, brown sugar, almonds, butter and cinnamon until evenly blended.
Divide cherries between 6 eight-ounce ramekins or use a 1-1/2 to 2 quart-size baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with crumb topping. Bake 35-40 minutes for ramekins, 40-45 minutes for baking dish. Serve warm or room temperature.
Note: If fruit is very juicy, stir in 2 teaspoons cornstarch with sugar and lemon juice to lightly thicken juices, if desired. You may substitute frozen blueberries, which work equally well.